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Avatar for Gaby's Carpentry
Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
85
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gaby did an amazing job constructing our deck! It came out beautifully. I highly recommend him as a carpenter. He was honest and I completely trusted him."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+98

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
324
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We have had Phelan Construction do numerous house improvements for us over the years. Most recently it involved wood gutter repair, wood steps, railing, hanging screen doors, soffit and fascia repair, and painting. Previously Bob replaced siding on a large area of our house with new cedar siding. We have always been more than happy with Bob's work ethic, quality of work and overall pleasantness."
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Recent Basement Alteration
2
Recent Bathroom

+33

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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P Jordan Construction LLC
4.7(
14
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have used P Jordan for MANY projects but recently for a closet remodel. We had to replace a water-heater and the plumbers had to tear apart the closet in the meantime so we needed a thorough but quality job done last minute and quickly to restore the closet! PJC was there within days, and after work hours finishing the pieces until the sun went down just so we could get our house put back together as soon as possible. The quality was amazing and exceeded my expectations and was done at a reasonable cost. I likely would have paid double and waited twice as long had I used another company, and not gotten the custom closet I needed."
Rot repair
Built in fireplace
3 season addition
Remodeling - General Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project

+33

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Marco Polo Home Builder
4.5(
54
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The entire job from start to finish took three months... not bad for a hundred year old house. Plumbing and electric work was very reliable. They also have a very talented woodworker who was able to reuse much of the original wood to repair a window sill, trim, and baseboard. Whenever we had any concerns they were addressed promptly and to our satisfaction. They also had a beautiful selection of cabinets and granite counter tops to choose from. We would absolutely use them again. Very happy with the outcome."
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen

+62

Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Real Painting & Home Improvement
4.8(
99
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had last painted our house over 10 years ago and it was in dire need of carpentry work and exterior painting. I found it very easy to work with Real Painting from the start - they had solutions to all of our needs and the quote was detailed and easy to understand. The carpentry team was very skilled and their work exceeded my expectations for quality. The painting crew did an amazing job preparing the house for painting. They completely stripped the paint in most key areas and sanded the clapboards to perfection. Their attention to detail was immaculate - from caulking all to way to the finishing touches with our two-tone paint scheme. They also kept the site very clean. Everyone on the team was friendly, easy to talk to, and always showed that they cared for me as the customer. I am very happy with the work from Real - they delivered a great product at a reasonable price and within the expected timeframe."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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Additional Photos

+80

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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NW Painting & Handyman Service
5.0(
10
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We could not be happier with the job this company did for us. Communication, scheduling and attention to detail was outstanding. The job was to paint all the walls and woodwork in our downstairs cape cod style home. Tyler and Jon did an excellent job. Personable, respectful and professional, we are very grateful for a job well done!! Our thanks to Matt and Jenn for making what was so overwhelmingly to us simple and straightforward. Thank you!!"
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting Prep
Window Install
Entryway Ramp
New Cabinet Install

+53

Response time3 days
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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House Doctors of Amherst
5.0(
2
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work was completed on a timely matter. Very happy with the outcome. The men were very experienced and nice. They left the area nice and clean. I would hire again if I need anyother home repairs."
Handyman tasks
Handyman tasks
Handyman tasks
Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Manchester, NH

Hiring a pro to refinish wooden stairs means labor makes up 20% to 30% of your total budget. That price covers sanding, staining, and sealing each step. In most cases, a certified refinisher can tackle a 10-step staircase in about two hours, then apply stain and sealant for a durable, eye-catching finish that stands up to daily traffic.

A pro can sand a standard 10-step staircase in roughly two hours, then needs another four to six hours for each coat of stain and sealant to dry. DIYers should budget up to a week for sanding, staining, and sealing in stages. With a crew on site, the bulk of the work is completed in a single day, minimizing disruptions while still achieving a high-quality finish.

It’s possible to refinish stairs without full-scale sanding by using chemical strippers, power buffers, or simply layering a fresh finish over the existing coat. Chemical strippers break down old stains and sealants, while buffers quickly shave off surface material. Even so, a quick hand-sand with fine-grit paper helps the new finish bond properly and look smooth. As always, suit up in protective gear and follow product directions to keep your wood—and yourself—safe.

For most stair projects, you’ll want two sandpaper grits. Begin with 80- to 120-grit to strip the old finish and even out rough spots, then move to 150- to 220-grit for a smooth, ready-for-stain surface. A power sander speeds up the coarse pass, but switches to hand sanding with the fine grit in corners and along edges to keep abrasion even and give stain or sealer something to grab onto.

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